Tashkent authorities plan to allocate UZS 22.146bn (over $1.8mn) for the preparation of design and cost-estimate documentation for landscaping and street improvement projects at 62 locations across the capital's 12 districts. The allocation is outlined in a decree signed by Tashkent Mayor Shavkat Umurzakov on October 12.
According to the document, the projects will cover streets and public spaces in different parts of the city, including the development of waterfront areas, pedestrian spaces and designated streets for public activities.
The highest number of projects is planned in Sergeli and Yangihayot districts, with 10 streets designated for improvement in each district. Mirzo Ulugbek and Mirobod districts will each have eight locations included in the program. One of the projects involves the development of a festival street along Afrosiyob Street in Chilanzar district.nThe designated section extends from Islam Karimov Street to the Borijar Canal.
A total of UZS 176mn (around $15,000) has been allocated for the preparation of design and cost-estimate documentation for the project. The decree identifies the location and the funding required for the design phase but does not specify when construction will begin or when the street will be completed.
In Shaykhontohur district, authorities plan to implement the second phase of the Anhorboyi project. The initiative involves the development of a waterfront street between Alisher Navoi Street and Islam Karimov Street. A total of UZS 385mn (over $32,000) has been designated for the preparation of project documentation. Another waterfront development project is planned in Sergeli district, along Choshtepa Street.
The section extends from the confluence of the Jonariq and Borijar canals to the Eco Panel Tech enterprise building. The preparation of design and cost-estimate documentation for this project will require UZS 326mn (over $27,000). Both initiatives are included in the city's broader program for landscaping and improving public spaces.
The largest individual allocation listed in the decree is for a street improvement project in Bektemir district. Authorities plan to develop a more active streetscape along Barhayot and Husayn Bayqaro streets. A total of UZS 1.051bn (over $88,000) has been earmarked for the preparation of design and cost-estimate documentation for this location.
Under the decree, a proposal will be submitted to the supervisory board of Toshkent Invest to allocate the necessary funding from the Tashkent City Development Fund. The Unified Customer Service engineering company, operating under the Tashkent City Administration, has been designated as the client responsible for the design and construction-repair works.